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Pistachio Cheesecake

Indulge in Creamy Pistachio Cheesecake Guilt-Free Delight

Enjoy this creamy pistachio cheesecake, a guilt-free dessert that delights with its rich flavor and smooth texture.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs or digestive cookies
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter melted
  • 1/4 teaspoon Fine Sea Salt
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar
For the Filling
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese room temperature
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Pistachio Butter
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream
  • 3 Large Large Eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest optional

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Mixing bowl
  • Stand mixer
  • 8-inch Cake Pan
  • baking dish

Method
 

Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a food processor, combine the cookie crumbs, melted butter, fine sea salt, and powdered sugar until even. Press into an 8-inch cake pan and bake for 10 minutes.
  2. Blend the cream cheese, granulated sugar, and a pinch of sea salt in a mixing bowl until smooth for 3-5 minutes. Add vanilla, pistachio butter, and sour cream; blend until velvety.
  3. Gently add eggs one at a time, mixing just until no streaks remain. Optionally incorporate lemon zest for added brightness.
  4. Pour the filling into the cooled crust. Place it in a baking dish filled with water halfway and bake at 325°F (160°C) for 50 minutes until the edges set.
  5. Turn off the oven and crack the door for 30 minutes. Transfer to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 8 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 6gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 800IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Allow the cheesecake to cool gradually in the oven to help minimize cracks. It's important to let it chill for the best flavor.

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